Translation of "proverb" into Swahili

methali, mithali, misali are the top translations of "proverb" into Swahili.

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A phrase expressing a basic truth which may be applied to common situations. [..]

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  • methali

    noun

    phrase expressing a basic truth

    In Akan society, skill in the use of proverbs is a hallmark of wisdom.

    Katika jamii ya Waakan, kutumia methali kwa ustadi ni ishara ya hekima.

  • mithali

    noun

    King Solomon lived up to this proverb and honored his mother when she approached him to make a petition.

    Mfalme Solomoni alitimiza mithali hiyo na kumheshimu mama yake alipomwendea kumwomba jambo fulani.

  • misali

    noun
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